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Planning staff said the 0.6828-acre site (formerly used as a bank at one point) currently operates as a convenience store without an SUP. As proposed, the applicant will enclose an existing awning area, demolish an ATM kiosk, add two suites (intended for a bakery and an ice cream shop), reconfigure parking and install landscaping along Elam Road and Hickory Tree. Staff reported 45 postcards mailed to nearby property owners and said it received four phone calls and one email, all in support of the project. Staff recommended approval and noted the change brings the site into conformance with the city’s future land-use plan that calls for retail uses.

Project designer Jorge Baragon described the work as an effort to make the site “much better looking,” and confirmed the convenience-store and fueling operations will remain. Nearby resident Jorge Cortez spoke during public comment and said a wood privacy fence would be acceptable to adjacent homeowners. Commissioners discussed screening options, and staff advised that any screening condition included in the ordinance must be specific (for example, height and material) so the city can enforce it. Commissioner Watson moved to approve the SUP and specify a six-foot wood privacy fence on the south end of the property adjacent to residential lots; Commissioner Gordon seconded. Roll call votes (Ford, Gardner, Adams, Watson and King) were recorded and the motion passed.

The SUP approval requires the applicant to provide landscaping, add the approved parking reconfiguration and install the specified six-foot wood privacy fence on the south edge of the parcel where it adjoins residential property. The commission noted that if different screening is desired in the future (masonry vs. wood), that would require a separate amendment or condition change. The commission did not set building permit timelines; civil and building permits must follow the city’s standard review process before construction begins.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Balch Springs - Planning and Zoning","oneSentenceSummary","The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a special-use permit allowing renovation and expansion of the convenience store at 11900 Elam Road to add two tenant suites (bakery and ice cream shop) while retaining fueling operations; approval included a condition to install a 6-foot wood privacy fence on the south side adjacent to residential lots.","taxTitle","Balch Springs, Dallas County, Texas","taxId",69448,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6506771,"Planning commission approves rezoning, development agreement for Seagoville Road mixed-use proposal",501,619000,1120000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5551716-24c62b223f2d0b85402c55d4483cfb67&start=619&end=1120","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5551716-24c62b223f2d0b85402c55d4483cfb67/thumbnail_619000.jpg","/articles/6506771/Balch-Springs/Dallas-County/Texas/Planning-commission-approves-rezoning-development-agreement-for-Seagoville-Road-mixed-use-proposal","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6506771-b5545576a7cb4f5d84b232f2e241a35a/orig.mp4?Expires=1771088714&Signature=B4Osxsh9UEcaP0gPaKYuTbTYFRyIFL1fJeTAI5I4mxp7JpFssos0Kw0pHVFgOznSam~0eH-b8-LsQz2NZTg1Aw66MDpkwH-CpwuQ91HR-MZE7JUG6r2xXmKLAMDjqv0GIWl0LSkuzJff24SLH745bpy4grFwcNz7WUMGAux6k8BGu3jfD5V3HhM6k9EExYwSNK4g7iCqpK1IE8imGbyj2HCYfjCD1mJOGWl9UOwRDfgOiz6fitXhbCyTZF8yTBMN4YUdzd8jAg0a3jHOu2syqGzRvse7Xu4tfZJqewl1CFubJgMUg7mkmghsXjNXtyqGw5nLJbcRBuj6XAn9I0NcNg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Balch Springs Planning and Zoning Commission voted Aug. 7 to approve Rezoning Application 009-2025 for roughly 0.942 acres at 11916 Seagoville Road, clearing the application to rezone and enter a development agreement to support a mixed-use/flex-space project.

Staff described the request as a rezoning to allow retail or flex space, including one flex/warehouse building of about 28,724 square feet. As part of a negotiated development agreement, the applicant agreed to enhanced facade materials and landscaping, a monetary contribution to the Elam Downtown Corridor/new downtown city center effort, and installation of Flock cameras that would be accessible by Balch Springs Police Department. Staff said the agreement also prohibits specific uses — for example outside storage, pawn shops, certain equipment repair and some automotive repair or laundry services — that city staff determined were not appropriate for the proposed corridor. Staff reported that 43 postcards were mailed and no inquiries were received; staff recommended approval “per the approval of the development agreement,” and noted the development agreement itself is subject to city council approval.

Architect Frank Clussey, speaking for the applicant, described the proposed buildings as higher-quality additions and said there is a letter of intent for a real estate tenant. “They’re beautiful additions to the city,” he said. Commissioners then moved to approve the rezoning with the development agreement. Commissioner Ford made the motion; Commissioner Gardner seconded. The commission recorded a roll-call vote (Ford, Gardner, Adams, Watson and King) and approved the item.

The commission’s action advances the rezoning to the next step per the city’s process; the development agreement will go to the city council for final approval or denial. Staff indicated the project represents approximately a $1,500,000 construction investment on a currently vacant parcel and that sidewalks and required landscaping will be installed as part of the development.","Commissioners approved Rezoning Application 009-2025 for 0.942 acres at 11916 Seagoville Road, including a development agreement that requires façade upgrades, landscaping, monetary contribution to the city corridor fund and installation of Flock cameras accessible by Balch Springs PD.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6506776,"Planning commission approves preliminary plat for Alexander Road warehouse site",417,201000,618000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5551716-24c62b223f2d0b85402c55d4483cfb67&start=201&end=618","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5551716-24c62b223f2d0b85402c55d4483cfb67/thumbnail_201000.jpg","/articles/6506776/Balch-Springs/Dallas-County/Texas/Planning-commission-approves-preliminary-plat-for-Alexander-Road-warehouse-site","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6506776-58b7272562c97cdd7585ba9ac863af10/orig.mp4?Expires=1771088714&Signature=ilcQ-ISUr12rQ-0m~MQYS7eynS-BdMhlMYVG3TL-P9xqXJ6bIPKmdDEmo1zNIysZPOOO8sbVITAplb~Bdsny8ynqQDXeg90dIaBgcFei2XnyghftDxzHMGjpX0J6BH7h7wl168HWhISk4QN~XU7NI~oihggnrUBoZTBJzOU4zAw12Pm49LcnvONB1vlf5AdF9~8IAGlnH9THgHledIzA1~oxc4ovypTqicHWwJdSu2gwfaG79Q4E-Ydfac2tJTwyiYshOo-xVsQg2djBltJ1DBKa-GJtih1oM31lc7qsbncwAB~e97CMt-gWvjRmb7KSHiMomvI8aYVmT0w-NgXnyA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Balch Springs Planning and Zoning Commission approved a preliminary plat application for a 2.784-acre parcel at 13498 Alexander Road, clearing the way for a single-lot warehouse development.

Staff presented the preliminary plat for Plat Application 002-2025, saying the site is zoned industrial and the proposed use — a warehouse to store construction materials and equipment — is permitted in that district. The staff presentation noted landscaping along the Alexander Road frontage, a masonry or stone fence around the site perimeter and that the parcel had formerly been used as a church. Nine postcards were mailed within a 500-foot buffer and staff received one email requesting additional information; staff recommended approval.

Debbie Brown, representing property owner Wayne Borstad, told the commission the warehouse will be used by Canary Construction to store large equipment and 18-wheeler vehicles and will include a private shop to repair and service those vehicles. After the public briefing and no questions from other residents, Commissioner Ford moved to approve the preliminary plat. Commissioner Gordon seconded the motion. The commission voted by roll call — Ford, Gardner, Adams, Watson and King — and the motion passed.

The approved preliminary plat creates one lot at 13498 Alexander Road in an industrial zone. Staff noted an adjacent house is a legal nonconforming use because it sits in an industrial zoning district; the applicant will install a masonry perimeter fence as part of the site plan. No specific timeline or building permit approvals were given at the meeting.

The item proceeded as a planning-level approval; any subsequent civil plan reviews or building permits will follow the city’s standard review processes before construction can begin.","Balch Springs Planning and Zoning Commission approved a preliminary plat to create a single 2.784-acre lot at 13498 Alexander Road for a warehouse to store construction equipment, following a staff recommendation and one public comment in favor.","actionData","errors"]

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